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Hot Takes: Kids Who Stocks Will Rise

Hot Takes: Kids Who Stocks Will Rise
Brandon Tinnon
Brandon Tinnon April 13, 2026 @ 08:20 PM
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Naomi Tchanga
Naomi Tchanga 6'7" | C | 2027
TN
Lexi Clark
Lexi Clark 5'9" | SG | 2029
TN
Jenny Bitounou
Jenny Bitounou 6'5" | C | 2027
TN
Laila Downs Darden
Laila Downs Darden 5'11" | SG/CG | 2027
TN
Nyla Johnson
Nyla Johnson 5'9" | CG | 2027
TN
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>USE CODE "tinnon30" FOR 30% OFF THE FIRST PURCHASE OF ANY SUBSCRIPTION</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As we move closer to the opening weekend of the NCAA Live Period, I am super excited to see how our young ladies from our state perform. It's been a long year (starting in November until now), but it's really about to get even more exciting. Kids will see how much they have grown and can measure up against top-tier talent from many different parts of the country. As a state, we will have teams in&nbsp; TN, AZ, WI, TX, and PA all competing in front of collegiate coaches this upcoming weekend. Exciting? Absolutely. Any time a kid gets an opportunity to show college coaches what their game is all about, I am all for that. We have some talented girls in our state, and personally, I believe if a school (no matter the level) needed a kid to contribute to their program, look no further than the state of Tennessee. Biased? I know. It's just the way I feel.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I do feel that this upcoming season, we are going to see a lot more Tennessee girls jump on the radars of collegiate coaches. They will either get more offers than they currently have, or if they are in the beginning stages of recruitment, it will pick up significantly. I like what I am seeing around the state, and there is plenty of buzz in the air about these next classes. Even with all the transfer portal stuff going on, we have some solid ballplayers that would be nice additions for some programs at the next level. So if you are able to catch some games live or stream them, make sure to tune in to a team from Tennessee, because you will see some solid ballplayers who will be getting after it and making a name for themselves.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are a few girls I expect to see their names circled in scouting books this first go-round. These are only a few, but expect even more girls from our state to be on this list down the road.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1244607"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69dd96773cdfe"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"> Well, you can't teach size, and this young lady has plenty of it. She has gotten comfortable with the style of play here in the States. Her game has grown with the work she has put in, but she has produced at a high volume across multiple categories every time she steps onto the floor. Scoring and rebounding, she is a sure double-double in those categories. Has the ability to send away multiple shots, blocking them into the stands. She's going to have a great spring and summer, and more schools will take notice of her game.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1354363"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69dd96773ce5a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another kid who brings a little international flavor to the States. She, too, has grown over the year and is a menace around the rim. Her ability to use her size as an advantage is really good. I love her ability to keep plays alive and stack multiple efforts. From rebounding to scoring, she's solid inside and contributes on both ends of the floor effectively. She will be a solid addition for a program looking to add some size to its team.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["813470"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69dd96773cea1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A kid who just competes on both ends of the floor. A selfless leader who can score from all 3 levels, but her defense has become a major calling card for her. She can make things difficult for opponents. She can pick up full court, turn her player, and really get up in them the moment they pick up the ball. She's great in helpside, anticipates well, and is always in the right spot at the right time. Love the way she communicates on the floor and truly plays the game with a passion. She is a hard-working kid who will be on the radars of multiple schools.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1252886"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69dd96773cee6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This kid has a motor on her and plays with a passion. She's a multi-level scoring threat that brings it every time she steps onto the floor. She gives it 1000 % no matter what's at stake. From the travel ball platform to school ball, she just competes and wants to win every single possession. Love the energy she gives. This kid isn't done growing, and I am excited to see what the future holds. <br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["818131"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69dd96773cf2a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I believe her game is going to go up a notch. She is a solid kid who can score from multiple spots on the floor. Catch and shoot. Off the dribble. On the defensive end. Possibilities are endless when this kid is on the floor. I love her ability to read and see the floor. She can drop dimes with the best of them. She is a selfless ballplayer who makes an impact on the floor. Look for her to take the next step in the recruitment game.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

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Jenny Bitounou

Jenny Bitounou

TN
C
HEIGHT 6'5"
POS C
CLASS 2027
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Jenny
Bitounou C
Class
2027
Height
6'5"
HS
TKA
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TN
Hot Takes: Kids Who Stocks Will Rise
 Well, you can’t teach size, and this young lady has plenty of it. She has gotten comfortable with...
Written by Brandon Tinnon
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Jenny Bitounou

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School: TKA
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Naomi Tchanga

Naomi Tchanga

TN
C
HEIGHT 6'7"
POS C
CLASS 2027
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Naomi
Tchanga C
Class
2027
Height
6'7"
HS
Grace Christian-Knoxville
|
TN
Hot Takes: Kids Who Stocks Will Rise
Another kid who brings a little international flavor to the States. She, too, has grown over the year...
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Naomi Tchanga

State: Tennessee
School: Grace Christian-Knoxville
Club: FBC Reign
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Nyla Johnson

Nyla Johnson

TN
CG
HEIGHT 5'9"
POS CG
CLASS 2027
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Nyla
Johnson CG
Class
2027
Height
5'9"
HS
Nolensville
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TN
Hot Takes: Kids Who Stocks Will Rise
A kid who just competes on both ends of the floor. A selfless leader who can score from...
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State: Tennessee
School: Nolensville
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Lexi Clark

Lexi Clark

TN
SG
HEIGHT 5'9"
POS SG
CLASS 2029
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Lexi
Clark SG
Class
2029
Height
5'9"
HS
Stone Memorial
|
TN
Hot Takes: Kids Who Stocks Will Rise
This kid has a motor on her and plays with a passion. She’s a multi-level scoring threat that...
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Lexi Clark

State: Tennessee
School: Stone Memorial
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Laila Downs Darden

Laila Downs Darden

TN
SG/CG
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS SG/CG
CLASS 2027
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Downs Darden SG/CG
Class
2027
Height
5'11"
HS
McEwen
|
TN
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School: McEwen
Club: Tennessee Flight
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